Realme 12 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 47/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,207,005 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 205g).
Realme 12
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $899
- Better portability (68/100 vs 54/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3207005 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 35 points higher (82/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 56/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (93/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 (63/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3207005 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $899 |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Realme 12 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Realme 12 by 84.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $699. Realme 12 was $699 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (93/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 (63/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (87/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 35 points (82/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.